The Story Behind The Names Of 15 Of Your Favorite R&B Groups
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Victoria Uwumarogie
Earth, Wind & Fire
Per the website for the legendary group, here’s why they went from the Salty Peppers (yikes!) to Earth, Wind & Fire: “After relocating to Los Angeles and signing a new contract with Warner Bros., Maurice simultaneously made what may have been the smartest move of his young career. He changed the band’s name to Earth, Wind & Fire (after the three elements in his astrological chart). The new name also captured Maurice’s spiritual approach to music – one that transcended categories and appealed to multiple artistic principals, including composition, musicianship, production, and performance.”
The more you know…
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